On the occasion of International Bird Day today, Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Kirti Vardhan Singh said that birds are nature’s messengers, reminding the people of the fragile balance of the planet. In a social media post, the Minister urged the citizens to honour the winged wonders that connect ecosystems across the globe. Mr Singh also urged the people to protect birds’ skies by conserving habitats, cutting plastic waste, and planting native greenery. International Bird Day is celebrated on 1st April, when migratory birds return after wintering, and nature begins to awaken and bloom.